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2006 Toyota Highlander

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2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid First Drive Sue Mead




CARSMART CONSUMER RANKINGS
 
Average scores: Toyota Highlander All Vehicles
  80 88
 
Detailed average score
(Based on 6 reviews submitted for this vehicle)

Comfort: 
 ( 87 )  
Performance: 
 ( 63 )  
Quality: 
 ( 80 )  
Look: 
 ( 77 )  
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GENERAL COMMENTS
 
"I took this car on a test drive and I fell in love with it. It is very smooth, and has all the bells and whistles you would expect. It is a Toyota so it should last for a long time!!!"
Georgetown , Kentucky - April, 2006
 
"This vehicle is a roomy and reasonable choice for a family cargo hauler. As a car-based SUV, it is not as rugged as truck-based SUVs. However, front seat and back seat room are excellent. The weakest point is the lurchy drivetrain. I've written an extended review here: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1080472/car_review_the_2006_toyota_highlander.html?cat=27"
Smyrna , Georgia - October, 2008
 
"At less than 600 miles the following lights came on: check engine light, VSC light, & Trac off light. Took to dealer. The dealer said the gas cap was not tight enough so the check engine light came on and when the VSC & Trac systems detect the check engine light is on, the VSC & Trac lights come on also. This is ridiculous as there was no indication the gas cap was 'loose'. Nothing was wrong with the Vehicle Stability Control(VSC) and Traction Control(TRAC). Dealer said the $76.50 diagnosis charge would be billed to Toyota this one time and the next time I would be charged. This must be fractured Toyota logic, the dealer was feeding me a bunch of BS, and/or there are problems with the VSC & Trac systems the dealer and Toyota are hiding."
Fountain Valley , California - February, 2007
 
"MY last car was a '95 minivan, so that is my standard. The HL's braking is superior, it mileage is about: 14mpg city (NYC),and about 21 mph HW. It handles well. Parallel parking, however, it is harder to see low (most) cars that are right behind me...only drove about 5K miles so far. Roomy for to fit 6'2' people. "
Romel G. (Long Island City , New York - October, 2005)
 
"I own a 2006 highlander hybrid. When I bought the car I was told owners were reporting 40 mpg. My gas milage averages 19-22mpg. The only time my car switches to battery power is when I am stopped or coasting. On level ground I cannot accelerate to any speed, back off the gas....and maintain speed. The service dept. says nothing is wrong with my car. I have requested the regional representative inspect my car. "
Bow , Washington - December, 2007


GENERAL LIKES
 
"The Oil change reminder light" "Room, Room, Room!" "Smooth quiet ride." "Heated side mirrors....great feature." "Very quiet."


GENERAL DISLIKES
 
"No back seat power outlets" "Lurchy acceleration and shifting. Not a REAL truck!" "None" "The center console is kind of a waste of space." "Gas milage"


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